Budgeting practices from previous years have left Buffalo’s reserves running low. That’s one of the reasons Comptroller Mark Schroeder has issued a warning about the Mayor’s 2018-2019 recommended budget.

After more than two years of construction, finishing touches are under way on the new lodge at River Fest Park in Buffalo’s First Ward. It’s another of the milestone achievements for one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods.

A series of missteps appear to have contributed to the ouster of the city's chief auditor.

Darryl McPherson was relieved of his duties on Thursday. According to City Comptroller Mark Schroeder, McPherson had been notified that he was to be replaced in the near future, but allegations that he took secretive and lewd photos of a female co-worker forced Schroeder's hand.

McPherson has also faced three alcohol related driving incidents in the past.